OVERVIEW
A Certificate III in Driving Operations is a qualification designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge required to operate a range of heavy vehicles and machinery within the transport and logistics industry. The course covers various aspects of safe driving, vehicle maintenance, load handling and compliance.
Course Details
This program combines core competencies with specialised units, emphasising key areas of industry importance.
What You'll Learn
Certificate III in Driving Operations
A career in Driving Operations offers diverse opportunities across the transport and logistics industry. With a Certificate III in Driving Operations, professionals can pursue roles such as truck drivers, bus or coach operators, courier drivers and waste collection drivers, providing essential services in the movement of goods and people. Specialised roles include tow truck drivers, hazardous materials transporters and line haul drivers for long-distance freight.
Possible Roles
The average annual salary for a Bus Driver in Australia ranges from $80,000 to $100,000.
Delivery options
Find out more about the available delivery options for this course.
Employer-based training is suited to individuals who are employed and are looking to undertake study for professional development.
Training Locations
We can offer employer-based training at your place of work.
Entry requirements
While there are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, for a trainee pathway the learner must be employed full time or part time and have access to a workplace to be able to gain sufficient experience to successfully complete the Unit of Competency requirements.
Course Duration
Up to 24 months.
What You'll Pay
Full Cost: Enquire Now
Funded Options
CERT III GUARANTEE
Number of Units: 15
Non-Concessional
Student Co-Contribution Fee: $$525 MR | Cost Per Unit: $35
Concessional
Student Co-Contribution Fee: $$375 - MR | Cost Per Unit: $$25
Learn More about C3G Funding here; C3G Funding
User Choice Funding
User Choice Funding is available. Please see here for more information on costs; User Choice Funding
Student Support
Study Information
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We accept a range of payment options:
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At Major Training Group, we aim to ensure that everyone gets the most out of their studies and that is why students have access to a range of support options to help them along the way. They include:
- Additional practical training sessions
- Extended learning time
- Alternative training methods and resources
- Access to our experienced staff for one-on-one training
- Recognition of previous learning and experience to speed up the process.
Students with prior industry experience may be eligible for RPL. Students may also qualify for credit transfer if they can demonstrate prior qualifications and/or statements of attainment. You can learn more about credit transfer and RPL here.
We use a variety of assessment methods including;
- Online
- Paper
- Video
- Q&A
- Demonstration
- Short written answers
- Longer written answers
- Third-party observation
- Knowledge skills observation
- Employer reports
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